Discover the main Verbier events in the year
There are numerous events in Verbier organised year round.
From quirky local affairs to large scale sporting spectacles there is always something worth seeing. We've listed the major annual Verbier events below, but you can also check our events calendar for the latest updates.
This is the month the locals get their town (and slopes) back, for a little while anyway. January is a great time to visit the resort, there are a couple of skiing competitions on, which are good to watch whilst you're up the mountains, but generally it's quieter and the cold temperatures keep the snow nice and crisp.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
February is school holidays time and the resort is full of families enjoying their Spring half-term break. There will be lots of activities and events put on by the ski companies and the tourist office, so be sure to keep an eye on our events calendar.
There will be no shortage of places to go to celebrate with your loved one. Be sure to book early if there's that certain spot you would like to go with your special someone.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
Always a busy month in terms of events happening locally, a couple of our favourites are highlighted below, but take a look at our events calendar for what else is on.
This has become the make or break leg of the FWT, and it's when the champions for the current year get crowned. Competitors in snowboarding and skiing compete in a selection of different countries each year, chosen for their great off piste terrain. As the last stop in the tour Verbier is always a great event to watch.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
As we get close to the end of the winter season, in Verbier it's time for some last runs before putting away our gear for another year, and enjoying some closing parties.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
Usually a quiet time of the year in resort, check our events calendar for info on what might be going on.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
As the weather warms you'll find the resort is beginning to buzz with activity - so keep an eye on our events calendar for updates.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
Summer in Verbier is flush with events for the those fit enough, crazy enough, or courageous enough.
This is a number of events on one day, with the 45km counting as a qualifier for the UTMB (Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc). One of the races is just for kids and the rest are for adults.
The big music event of the year in Verbier, which lasts for 17 days and brings the biggest names of classical music together from around the world. Not only are there lots of concerts to go to, but also classes for the artists to attend.
This is a trail running competition with a number of races of differing lengths, with one for children and one as a UTMB qualifier. Runners from all over the world take in some of the breathtaking mountain scenery whilst moving from point to point.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
Always a busy month in resort with a multitude of sporting events for the those fit enough, crazy enough, or courageous enough - so keep an eye on our events calendar for updates.
The first of the month sees the Swiss go wild and party hard all around the country. Expect fireworks displays large and small, concerts in the open air and a lot of celebrating. Neighbouring country folk often pop over the border to join in the fun!
This mountain bike race takes some serious effort from its competitors, with over 5,000m of climbing and 121km course length. It sets off from the centre of Verbier and sees the riders cross six valleys to get to the finish line - definitely not one for the inexperienced!
This trail running race takes place early in the month and incorporates two races, one of 7.8km and one of 21.4km around the Corbassière glacier. Anyone can enter and children can take part when accompanied by an adult.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
A rather quiet month in Verbier as the summer tourists leave and a sense of calm returns to the valley. There won't be too much going on, but check our events calendar to keep up to date with anything that might be happening.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
The summer months are a distant memory, and in October the locals enjoy some autumnal bike riding and hiking before the first snow falls.
This is a big event in the Swiss motorsports calendar and is held in Martigny. International rally drivers are drawn to the event as well the top names in Swiss driving.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
Not much on in terms of events as it's usually a time when everyone is taking a well-earned break before December arrives and the opening of the winter season.
However, if dance music is your thing then you might want to make a visit for Polaris festival, returning to Verbier this autumn.
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
December is always a busy month, the Christmas and New Year brings a flurry of social and sporting events, so take a look at our events calendar for more details.
The festive season in the snowy Alps is always magical and every year there is some sort of celebration in resort to mark the occasion. Christmas in Verbier officially starts at the beginning of December when the Christmas lights are switched on. The night is marked with vin chaud, hot chocolate and music. From then on you can enjoy Christmas concerts, festive markets and live music throughout town as the resort gears up for Christmas and New Year.
Come midnight the hoards of merry revellers head the centre of town for the big countdown – not an official event as such, more of a long-held tradition. On the stroke of midnight you are advised to duck as champagne corks and fireworks are unleashed in celebration! Likewise, planning ahead is advised if you have your heart set on ringing in the New Year in a particular bar or club – some of them are ticket-only, so enquire in advance to avoid disappointment!
Three years in the making, the amazing three-day event features the nicest trails and craziest views the organisers could find.
Every year, Verbier hosts the Trail Verbier St Bernard which is a series of endurance races which attracts athletes from all over the world.
The Verbier Festival proposes an outstanding programme of concerts featuring the biggest names in classical music today, and offers an unprecedented combination of master classes and encounters with festival artists.
The Trail du Vélan is one day event with different length races starting in the little village of Bourg St Pierre.
Since 1891, the 1st August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day and is a national holiday in Switzerland.
This is one of the oldest races in the Alps, dating back to 1965. The course takes runners from Fionnay to the Panossière hut - a distance of 7.8km around the Corbassière glacier.
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